Elizabeth McGorian

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Elizabeth McGorian
Born
Zambia
OccupationBallet dancer

Elizabeth McGorian is a Zimbabwean ballerina. She is a Principal Character Artist with the Royal Ballet, London.

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Early life

Elizabeth McGorian was born in Zambia and grew up in Zimbabwe, where she studied at the Mercia Hetherington School. She joined the Royal Ballet School in 1976. [1]

Career

McGorian joined the Royal Ballet in 1977. She was promoted to soloist in 1991 and principal character artist in 1997. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Elizabeth McGorian". roh.org.uk. Royal Opera House. Retrieved 15 February 2014.